@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jul 7, 2026
Graham Platner needs to immediately withdraw as the Democratic nominee for Senate and allow Maine Democrats the opportunity to choose a new candidate who can defeat Susan Collins.
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@markkelly· Democratic · AZ· Jul 7, 2026
Character and accountability matter regardless of party.
@rokhanna· Democratic · CA· Jul 7, 2026
I’ve been very clear that sexual assault or violence against women is a red line.
@kirstengillibrand· Democratic · NY· Jul 7, 2026
We are calling on Graham Platner to immediately suspend his campaign.
@elizabethwarren· Democratic · MA· Jul 7, 2026
The best path forward is for Graham Platner to step aside as the Democratic nominee and address these serious allegations outside this Senate race.
@elizabethwarren· Democratic · MA· Jul 7, 2026
There can be no tolerance for sexual assault.
@mikelevin· Democratic · CA· Jul 7, 2026
Esmeralda and David represent the very best of what community means.